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Your blog is terrific and helping me get ready for our 9 day guided tour in Costa Rica. I have read around online to go with rubber boots, thats what the local guides wear. Here are some good options for travel size sprays or wipes, which fit right in your carry-on. I figured the running shoes would be okay for yoga, walking around, and the waterfalls/hikes. Thanks guys! Well have a packing list post for kids out soon. If you dont speak the native tongue, a pocket guide with commonly used phrases can be very helpful. They are not super common but you might want to pick up something to carry around in case your son has an allergic reaction like ours did. If youre looking for recommendations for a good raincoat, Jenn has, If you plan to go hiking or walking, youll definitely want some sturdy shoes. One of the questions we get a lot is Which is better: open or closed toed hiking sandals? Theyre both great but let me tell you why we recommend closed toed hiking sandals. Just returned from a two week road trip through the western half of the country. I had a question about phones. Thanks! There will be bugs since its the rainforest but your resort should have things under control for the most part I cant think of anything special to pack other than what we put in this list so you should be all set. July might be a little rainy but its a great time to visit with fewer tourists and everything nice and green. Sneakers would be good for light hiking around Manuel Antonio and Sarapiqui and for anything more rigorous, hiking boots are best. Sneakers (such as Nike Air, Puma, Adidas court shoes, etc) are a huge fashion statement in Costa Rica. You can also read our Rainy Season post (the comments have a lot of good info too about the weather in specific places). Hi Diana, A few of the rental car companies will let you rent a car from La Pavona (where the boat drops you off), including the company we work with, Adobe. Packing shoes for kids is a whole other ballgame. Hi Tracy, Unless you are trekking through remote parts of Costa Rica, like Corcovado National Park, rubber boots are unnecessary. Also, we rented a car and will be traveling for some excursions such as the volcano, zip lining, hanging bridges & tons of beaches. Thanks. The advantage to the shoes getting so dirty is that it is relatively easy to find really cheap kids shoes even in small grocery stores, so if you need replacements or just really cheap shoes, they are easy to find. Is it typically morning/afternoon/night? Many restaurants are open air, which is wonderful, but does expose your legs to the pesky bugs. Many thanks. We actually have been helping another woman with her solo travel plans and she just decided on Manuel Antonio for her time at the beach as well. 9 national park followed by drive to SJO Just make sure to keep all your cash and valuables on you close by- not in your bag that goes under the bus. We are all in our 50s and hiking in mud is not something appealing, but what other things in that area do you recommend? Hi Bee, You can read our Weather post (and the comments) for information on what to expect for weather, but it should be decent. Is their own currency more accepted by restaurants, stores, etc. Ask it below. Follow our tips above for what to bring (raincoat, umbrella, etc.) We were just in the Tamarindo area (late April) and were surprised to see mosquitoes since its so dry there right now. Underwear? Of course using the word only is relative term when youre talking about gorgeous places like Samara and Monetverde, verdad?! Do you have any recommendations for restaurants, bars, activities, or things to see? Its doable, though, and you will get to see a lot of the country. Arenal is about 2.5 hrs and farther from Dominical so you would want to spend at least a couple of nights. Specifically, we really like our KEEN sandals. Keep it casual. We are renting a home in Atenas and have rented a car to get around in. Hi For some reason, many hotels in Costa Rica dont have alarm clocks, and weve had hotels forget to give us a wake-up call more than once. I have a few questions. Hi Sue, Thats a good mix of activities. Its impossible to keep kids from exploring mud puddles and dust, so you most likely dont want to take brand new shoes. The only motivation for wearing UL gaiters might be to keep the ticks off your ankles, perhaps? Required fields are marked *. I love your great website! Contact our Enrollment Manager at 1 (800) 676-2018 or by emailing [emailprotected], International Toll-Free: +1 (800) 676-2018 We are flying into Liberia and renting a 44 SUV(I tried using your Adobe discount but could not find the form to fill out on your page?). sign up for Outside+. Be sure to bring sandals or shoes you dont mind getting wet for wading through the ankle-to-knee-deep water. The weather in Arenal is slightly different but should be fairly nice. Here are the type that we like to use. Well be traveling during late May-mid June with our two young boys (3, 6). Heres a link with more information. Whether its trekking through therugged terrain ofthrough the mountains, or trudging through the sand on a tropical beach, we want to make sure youre equipped with the right footwear for all situations! You can definitely bring waterproof trail running shoes instead of closed toed hiking sandals and sneakers. The Whisper and Astoria are two other models besides the Newport H2 that are very good. I think we have a repellent that is kid safe in the baby packing post. Temps will still be warm but it can feel cooler especially at night because of the moisture. Youll probably want to double up on a raincoat and umbrella. Hi Loring, Good point on the Waze app. Hiking boots, socks, moisture-wicking underwear, bag to keep camera dry, insect repellent, hat? Any tour company recommendations? Keep it casual and keep the slicker handy. If you want to hike around the volcano in La Fortuna or through the cloud forest in Monteverde, you will probably be more comfortable in hiking boots or at least sneakers with some support. Hi! Manuel Antonio does have a lot of activities but 5 days is probably enough to see everything you want. First, we are staying at a resort in the Arenal region. Weve been using this simpleone, which costs around $15, and love it because its so small and uses a regular AAA battery. Thank you! This waterproof map is one of the most popular. I spent a couple weeks on the peninsula and agree with the above. This would, of course, be better for a nice day. Hi Chris, We have a whole article on Playa Hermosa so you should definitely check that out. We really wanted to check out Tamarindo and Nosara from Liberia but I guess that will have to wait until another trip Do you have any tips on getting a shuttle or taxi all the way to Mal Pais from San Jose? Hi Erica, Liberia is a little closer so go with that if prices are good. What activities are still doable on rainy days? We work with some excellent operators for tours to national parks in the Guanacaste area. We cant thank you enough!!! Clothes that quick dry and wick away moisture are good and lightweight cotton too. Not looking forward to the mosquitos have you been to the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort? Hi Ryan, You should check out our Packing List for Traveling with a Baby. Do you think we will need raintrousers or is it enough whith a rainjacket? I personally was considering bringing an old pair of high-top sneakers and an old pair of vans in addition to flip flops. We are heading to CR next February. Hello Jenn and Matt! Though we are great nature-lovers, coming from Scandinavia, we are not familiar with these kinds of animals and how to handle them. Thanks!! The fire ant bites are killer. Definitely book a car in advance as the rental companies in Costa Rica do not have as big of an inventory as the US and elsewhere and youre traveling during high season when they could sell out. Hope you have a great visit! If you plan to get around by bike (common in PV), make sure to bring some comfortable clothes for that. Im a mom of two Latinas, bicultural, bilingual (English/Spanish), and 100% in love with celebrating parenthood in all its forms, (even the sucky parts). Hi Robin, That sounds like a good itinerary. Also, are there any basic Spanish words/phrases I should make sure to know? Just a quick note here on your sunscreen recommendation. Thanks again! Hi Michael, Water resistant at least can be nice, especially if youre visiting soon (during rainy season). Will spend 1 day in SanMose before leaving any recommendations on what to see there? Dont wear water shoes for hiking though, they dont offer much protection. In this post, we provide an essential packing list that will make sure youre perfectly packed and ready for anything. If you want tennis shoes especially, its really easy to find them. Are there any companies you recommend? Hi Kirk, Costa Ricas borders are closed until at least June 15 except for citizens and residents. We have a whole post about this topic that will give you more info: Weather in Costa Rica: What to Expect. There will still be some mosquitoes around in late November. Private charters are somewhat expensive in Costa Rica because fuel prices are very high. Hope your family has a great trip! In your last post, I believe you said this is the drier area? My husband has travelled to San Jose several times for business. Yeison and I both have a pair of Newport H2 and have used them for years. 2 quick dry cargo pants We booked San Jose only because of the date that was offered for a direct flight there. Any help is greatly appreciated! Good day Looking for any helpful advise. Covers you from the sun and if it rains too. Temperatures are a lot cooler in these areas compared to the beach, especially at night. Hi Mary, Were most comfortable in lightweight rain gear but not sure what would be best for performing heavy labor. Read our Money Matters post for lots more information on this topic. Hi Donna, You should arrange an official airport taxi. Hope you and your husband enjoy CR! We have some recommendations above (including the comments) and in our Mosquitoes post. They are excellent for going from land to water, dry fast and let your feet breathe. We havent had problems with sand fleas or mosquitoes at those beaches so you should be fine there. Im visiting Costa Rica for the first time and will be spending the majority of my trip about an hour east of San Isidro El General, then another 10 days near Dominical doing all kinds of adventury things! We will be visiting Cahuita and Tortuguero end of April. Like, insanely dirty. So your advices are much appreciated. Hi Christian, We have the guidelines for car seats in Costa Rica in our Traveling with a Baby post. It rains a lot at Rainmaker since its closer to the mountains. A lot of people use hammocks at the beach to be off the ground. Hi Robin, Tabacon has a really nice facility, I think you will enjoy it. 4 of us will be spending 10 days in the Samara/Puerto Carrillo area in a Villa we rented on Airbandb. Hope you have a great visit! Bear in mind that you have to cross Rio Claro, that was knee-deep. If we get the option of flying into liberia and flying out of sjo, will that help us ? securely for women. Hope you have a great trip! Would they be good enough for the hikes to the falls and through the rain forest? Dry bags are available in all sizes, from small wallet-sized pouches to hefty 20 liter bags. You will be fine with a 44. If youre visiting Costa Rica during the rainy season (generally May through November), youll also want to bring the following. Dry bags are available in all sizes, from small wallet-sized pouches to hefty 20 liter bags. Where do you recommend changing currency? In these remote destinations, youll definitely want a flashlight. October is drier on the Caribbean side so you shouldnt need a lot of rain gear. Omg thank you so much for this post! I will bring a very lightweight waterproof jacket and pair of rain pants for casual wear, but they are likely too light to be suitable for heavy physical labour during a torrential downpour. Hi, I am going to be in Costa Rica from November 9th on. It does have some rocks so if the kids have water shoes, bring those. Thats great to hear, Lorna. Costa Rica usually experiences a little summer in July when the rains lessen. They dont have an office there so they charge a small fee to meet you and drop off the car. Our usual request to save time and headaches, we tend to ask kids to exchange money in the U.S. before going to Europe. Even temps around 65F (18C) can feel cold because of the high humidity. How wet can I expect it to be? Hi Lequinta, We dont know much about dance clubs here, but do know that you will find most of them in San Jose. There, you will find a post about Packing for Your Move to Costa Rica, a guide to Buying a Car, a Checklist for Planning Your Move, in addition to many other articles that you might find useful. Theyre nice to have for waterfall hikes like you said, and you can use them for rafting and easy hikes too. Im a bit confused because Ive read a lot that briniging GoreTex hiking shoes is not a good idea. My husband and i are planning on going to la fortuna in may 18-24, i am very nervous because is rainy season, what should we expect? Heres the link to our Custom Itinerary page. We are staying at the Arenal Kioro Hotel. Im usually pretty calm about packing, thinking anything forgotten can be bought, but is that also the case in CR? Im planning on taking some tours/excursions, as well as being on public transportation quite a bit and was curious if you have a recommendation for carrying cash, credit cards, passport etc. I had dengue fever when I lived in Brazil. It has been six years since I spent a semester living in Monteverde, and traveling around the country, and Im a little surprised that a lot of other articles and blogs I read where people are very concerned about security. Theyre really nice to have if you plan on visiting any of Costa Ricas amazing waterfalls where the rocks are often slippery. Wanted to know your thoughts on our itinerary for me and my wife. Andrea. We have answered a lot of questions about what its like in the rainy season in this post scroll down to the comments to see what people ask. So if it were me, I wouldnt change my plans at all. We mostly wear sneakers in the city. I had a question about packing in regards to shoes in particular. Also, any recommendations for restaurant/music for New Years Eve in the La Fortuna area? . I am retiring in Liberia and I am in the middle of getting rid of stuff and putting together stuff I will need. And all that runoff water from the roofs will soak you in no time if you, unless you wait it out. I will be arriving April 26th and departing May 6th. If youre planning on beaching it and are prone to burns, a sun hat is a great, chic option. Are there shared charters available to split cost that you could recommend. Hope you have a great trip. Were Matt & Jenn, a couple who left Boston to pursue a dream of traveling, living, and starting a family in Costa Rica. Tropical Island & Scuba Adventure (Adult), Amount of weight you will be hiking with in yourbackpack (typically 40-60 lbs.) What you will need to do is take the phone to the Kolbi desk near the baggage claim area. Join the Costa Rica With Kids Facebook. Your email address will not be published. I have about 8-9 hours to spend in San Jose before my flight takes off after a week in Montezuma. Just wondering how rainy it is and if its worth coming during this super rainy season? Is this true for CR or should students just take USD? Bodhi Tree is an awesome place-enjoy! 2 sun dresses Just reply to this thread and let us know. Should we bring seats to Costa Rica or it is not worth the effort? I wouldnt expect more mosquitoes in reserves. We are going to do some hiking around Manuel Antonio, Monte Verde, Arenal, Tortuguero and around the caribean cost. Hello. I have been enjoying your awesome website info. Thanks for your insights. Thanks. I will be in La Fortuna, Monteverde and Malpais for a while before I head to Cuba. For lighter activities like snorkeling, boating, tubing, easy hikes, hanging bridges, kayaking and sightseeing, closed toed hiking sandals work great. Hi Susan, Jelly fish can be up in Guanacaste during certain times of year but its very sporadic depending on the ocean currents so theres really no way to tell in advance. Especially in the Guanacaste region, you will have a lot of reddish dust, which is not ideal if you are wearing, say, flip flops. Is it better to purchase bug repellent when we get there? If youre looking for recommendations for a good raincoat, Jenn has this Columbia one. When I checked on renting a car, it seems they give you a couple of options on insurance to buy. We are going toward the end of April and are staying in the Arenal area. We are coming over the last two weeks in November. But the Waze app is a good resource too (especially for avoiding traffic around San Jose) and something that we recommend as long as you have an Internet connection. Its free. Thanks for this very well organized blog? It can be nice to have some casual waterproof shoes like Crocs in case its pouring rain and you need to walk to get somewhere. I had Google Maps on my Android and found it to be exceptional. Wed ask the wildlife center what they typically wear. Im not convinced about rubber boots. Hi Jacqueline, La Fortuna has slightly different weather patterns from the rest of the country. Its slightly longer but one hour of the time is a nice ferry ride, which breaks up the drive nicely, especially for kids. Get full access to Outside Learn, our online education hub featuring in-depth fitness, nutrition, and adventure courses and more than 2,000 instructional videos when you Would you also recommend travel locks for suite cases and backpacks, or is that overkill? It does have some bars that get lively at night, and you have to take the usual precautions in general, but I dont think its worse than anywhere else in the country. One thing Id like to point outencourage people to use sunscreens that wont harm coastal reefs. Your cross trainers should be fine for casual hiking. Better to have them and not use them than end up somewhere and wish you brought them. do you have a suggestion since we fly into San Jose, where we should go for our first night and if we should try navigating the roads ourselves? I plan to pack shorts, tops, and sundresses.. along with sandals, flip flops, water shoes and tennis shoes. Hello, I may be booking tours at Los Campesinos and Rainmaker Conservation and I am wondering if I can get away with non waterproof hiking shoes or are waterproof shoes highly recommended? We usually wear our Crocs if its really muddy because you can just hose them off. I know there are plenty of places that rent them though so maybe you can work out a decent price by asking around. Also THANK YOU for writing that article as it was very helpful. Whether youre visiting the hot and steamy jungle of the southern Pacific coast, the cool, misty cloud forest of the northern mountains, or the arid beaches of Guanacaste, this post will tell you everything you need to bring on your trip to Costa Rica. Is there a crime problem in some of the coastal towns? Enjoy! depends on the level of ankle support, Type of boot material for foot protection against sharp and rugged materials and wear & tear, Long-term continuous hiking will cause feet to swell, Facing unexpected water conditions such as rainy season and deep creeks or pools of water, High ankle support for steep inclines and adequately supporting weight on your back, Midweight boot (1.5-2 kg) to prevent blisters when breaking in, Waterproof in order to be prepared for wet conditions, Leather/Gore-Tex combo material for better durability, lighter weight, and breaking the boot in quicker, Increasing a half to full size depending on type of socks and amount of time you have to break the shoes in, Merino wool socks are highly recommended due to their ability to effectively absorb moisture from water and sweat as oppose to 100% cotton socks that will often lead to blisters and dry slower, Try on at least 3 or 4 pairs of boots with these criteria so see what works for you and talk to the specialist at your outdoors sports shop, If you buy boots brand new, BREAK THEM IN THOROUGHLY-wear them around the house for several days, go on hikes, allow enough time for them to mold to your foot, Camping on the beach and walking through sandy areas by the water, particularly in Girl Scout courses, Rafting or kayaking in rushing rivers with large and jagged rocks, Scuba diving while handling heavy tanksand heavy-duty equipment, Waterfall rappelling or standing in cold water, Closed-toed mesh shoe to protect the entire footagainst rocks, sharp objects, and other large equipment, Non-Velcro water shoes due to the amount ofsand that will cause the Velcro to beineffective and also tend to be sturdier than most Velcro water shoes, Sturdy ankle straps (especially for rafting) for extra supportin strong waters andprevention from sliding out of shoes, Solid soles that have suitable grip to prevent slipping and maintain balance if walking on wet oruneven surfaces, Be sure that the shoe is composed of quality materials in order to maintain foot warmth if in cold waters, Amount of activity done per day and length of course, Difficulty of terrain (Does it really require a full support boot or could something less intense do?

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